How to Top the LET:  Strategies from Davao del Sur’s Best

Anna Loraine Alih; Donna Mae Escote; Sharon A  Bendanillo; Karel Mei Banay

doi:10.35974/isc.v11i4.3647

Authors

Anna Loraine Alih South Philippine Adventist College
Donna Mae Escote
Sharon A Bendanillo South Philippine Adventist College
Karel Mei Banay

https://doi.org/10.35974/isc.v11i4.3647

Keywords:

Licensure Examination for Teachers, Topnotcher, Study Strategies, Motivation, Institutional Support

Abstract

This study investigates the strategies, attributes, and institutional support that contribute to the success of topnotchers in the Licensure Examination for Teachers in Davao del Sur. The key objective is to confirm the strategies employed by LET topnotchers in their preparation and analyze how personal qualities, such as perseverance and motivation, influenced their performance. The research seeks to explore the possible contribution of the academic institution and the review centers attended by the candidates as factors leading to the topnotchers’ success. A qualitative case study design involves conducting semi-structured interviews with two LET topnotchers. Thematic analysis was conducted that unveiled recurring themes on effective ways of studying, personal attributes, and institutional support that influence performance in the board examination. Among the strategies being employed by the topnotchers were the use of goal setting, self-regulated learning, intensive reading, and participation in review programs. The important personal attributes comprising intrinsic motivation, resilience, and discipline also played a vital role in the preparations for the licensure exam. The present study brings to light important insights on what contributes to LET success, putting into focus that personal effort has to be complemented with support from the outside world. These findings can help future LET candidates adopt effective preparation strategies and inform educational institutions on how to better support their students. These insights have practical implications for teacher education, and licensure exam preparation.

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